21 October 2022 | Other

Google is fined $162 million by the antitrust regulator in India

India's antitrust watchdog has ordered Google to reconsider their approach to Android platforms. Using unfair competition practices led to the company’s fine of 13.38 billion Indian rupees ($161.95 million).

Google took advantage of its leading market position over the spheres of Internet search and the Android app store, as the Competition Commission of India (CCI) noted. The company is targeted at maintaining its Chrome and YouTube apps’ position in mobile web browsers and online video hostings. 

The corporation has also been charged for revenue-sharing agreements with smartphone brands. These practices contributed to the uniqueness of Google's search services, eliminating competitors' offerings. 

According to CCI representatives, competition is vital for the market functioning, so the players with dominant positions are responsible for their actions, if these requirements are violated. 

A string of antitrust cases have been filed against Google. India has also implemented stringent regulations in the tech-sector.

The Competition Commission of India is thoroughly investigating the company's business practices in the smart TV and virtual payment systems market. Google has already faced antitrust charges in Europe, when regulators fined the corporation another $5 billion, as it forced manufacturers to install their own services on Android.

India's watchdog ordered Google not to limit smartphone users from removing pre-installed apps, including Google Maps and Gmail.

The CCI also suggested enabling users to choose their own search engine during the initial phone setup.

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